Inspiration for a contemporary galley dedicated laundry room in Melbourne with a drop-in sink, flat-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, white splashback, white walls, light hardwood floors and white benchtop.

Cottages off 5th

Lotus Construction, LLC.

Inspiration for a beach style l-shaped dedicated laundry room in Miami with an undermount sink, recessed-panel cabinets, beige cabinets, grey walls, light hardwood floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer and white benchtop.

Robinson Case Study

Roundhouse

Roundhouse Urbo and Metro matt lacquer bespoke kitchen in Farrow & Ball Railings and horizontal grain Driftwood veneer with worktop in Nero Assoluto Linen Finish with honed edges. Photography by Nick Kane.

Light & Airy Laundry

Dwell Design Co

This is an example of a large transitional galley dedicated laundry room in Philadelphia with an undermount sink, recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, solid surface benchtops, grey walls, a side-by-side washer and dryer, grey floor and light hardwood floors.

View House

KO & Co Architecture

Located high on a hill overlooking Brisbane city, the View House is a ambitious and bold extension to a pre-war cottage. Barely visible from the street, the extension captures the spectacular view from all three levels and in parts, from the cottage itself. The cottage has been meticulously restored, maintaining the period features whilst providing a hint of the contemporary behind. Photographer: Kate Mathieson Photography

Kingsbrook Project

Lush Kitchen Design

This is an example of a small transitional single-wall dedicated laundry room in Philadelphia with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, quartz benchtops, grey walls, light hardwood floors, a stacked washer and dryer, brown floor and grey benchtop.

Laundry Room Reno

Jo Alcorn

whitewash&co
Inspiration for a transitional single-wall dedicated laundry room in Toronto with a drop-in sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, grey walls and light hardwood floors.

Muswell Hill House

Jones Associates Architects

Gareth Gardner
Contemporary laundry room in London with flat-panel cabinets, quartz benchtops, a concealed washer and dryer, an undermount sink, white walls and light hardwood floors.

Nob Hill: French Victorian

ROM architecture studio

Architect: Carol Sundstrom, AIA Contractor: Phoenix Construction Photography: © Kathryn Barnard
Design ideas for a mid-sized traditional galley dedicated laundry room in Seattle with a farmhouse sink, recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, tile benchtops, pink walls, light hardwood floors and a stacked washer and dryer.

Stamford Brook Traditional Shaker Kitchen

Higham Furniture

Framed Shaker utility painted in Little Greene 'Portland Stone Deep' Walls: Farrow & Ball 'Wimbourne White' Worktops are SG Carrara quartz Villeroy & Boch Farmhouse 60 sink Perrin and Rowe - Ionian deck mounted tap with crosshead handles in Aged brass finish. Burnished Brass handles by Armac Martin Photo by Rowland Roques-O'Neil.

Mudroom

STACKLAB

The mudroom addition layout was inspired by old photographs of the home that had a glazed sunroom on the east side of the house. Using ECC countertops throughout the home provided consistency and allowed for custom molding (as seen in this fixed drip tray). Photography: Sean McBride

Lux Modern

Prime Realty

Maddox Photography
Small contemporary galley laundry cupboard in Los Angeles with flat-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, grey walls, light hardwood floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer and brown floor.

Small kitchen renovation

Sublime Spaces

DMF Images
Mid-sized contemporary l-shaped dedicated laundry room in Brisbane with an undermount sink, light wood cabinets, quartz benchtops, light hardwood floors, a stacked washer and dryer and white benchtop.

Eleanor - Low Country Farmhouse

Visbeen Architects

The best of past and present architectural styles combine in this welcoming, farmhouse-inspired design. Clad in low-maintenance siding, the distinctive exterior has plenty of street appeal, with its columned porch, multiple gables, shutters and interesting roof lines. Other exterior highlights included trusses over the garage doors, horizontal lap siding and brick and stone accents. The interior is equally impressive, with an open floor plan that accommodates today’s family and modern lifestyles. An eight-foot covered porch leads into a large foyer and a powder room. Beyond, the spacious first floor includes more than 2,000 square feet, with one side dominated by public spaces that include a large open living room, centrally located kitchen with a large island that seats six and a u-shaped counter plan, formal dining area that seats eight for holidays and special occasions and a convenient laundry and mud room. The left side of the floor plan contains the serene master suite, with an oversized master bath, large walk-in closet and 16 by 18-foot master bedroom that includes a large picture window that lets in maximum light and is perfect for capturing nearby views. Relax with a cup of morning coffee or an evening cocktail on the nearby covered patio, which can be accessed from both the living room and the master bedroom. Upstairs, an additional 900 square feet includes two 11 by 14-foot upper bedrooms with bath and closet and a an approximately 700 square foot guest suite over the garage that includes a relaxing sitting area, galley kitchen and bath, perfect for guests or in-laws.

Alma Road Renovation - Hunting For George

DIY Blinds

Photo of a contemporary single-wall laundry room in Melbourne with an undermount sink, beaded inset cabinets, black cabinets, grey splashback, shiplap splashback, grey walls, light hardwood floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, beige floor, black benchtop, vaulted and planked wall panelling.

Laundry Spaces

Rachael Elise Design

Inspiration for a small single-wall laundry cupboard in Dallas with an undermount sink, white cabinets, quartzite benchtops, grey splashback, ceramic splashback, white walls, light hardwood floors, a stacked washer and dryer, grey floor and white benchtop.

Lakefront Lodge

12/12 Architects & Planners

Photo of a large transitional galley dedicated laundry room in Chicago with open cabinets, white cabinets, white walls, a side-by-side washer and dryer, light hardwood floors, brown floor, wallpaper and wallpaper.

Finchampstead- Family Home

Reyne Design

Fun and playful utility, laundry room with WC, cloak room.
This is an example of a small contemporary single-wall dedicated laundry room in Berkshire with an integrated sink, flat-panel cabinets, green cabinets, quartzite benchtops, pink splashback, ceramic splashback, green walls, light hardwood floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, grey floor, white benchtop and wallpaper.

Repurposing an Attic

Next Stage Design + Build

Laundry room added to attic
This is an example of a small traditional single-wall utility room in San Francisco with light hardwood floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, brown floor, vaulted and wallpaper.

Timber 2 tone

Evoke Kitchens

This two tone kitchen is so well matched.Light and bright with a warmth through out. Kitchen table matching worktops and the same timber wrapping the kitchen. Very modern touch with the handleless island.David Murphy photography

Laundry Room Design Ideas with Light Hardwood Floors

Laundry designs seldom receive the attention they deserve, especially considering how often they’re used. A well-planned laundry, complete with built-in cabinets, a laundry sink, washing machine and clothes dryer, can serve many needs. It can help simplify your household chores; store drying clothes and cleaning products; and can even provide a spot for you to groom pets. Because of its hardworking, multipurpose potential, a laundry renovation is a worthwhile investment. Smart laundry designs have layouts that save you time and effort. For example, a washing machine and clothes dryer should be positioned next to one another or stacked, and laundry baskets and hampers should be within easy reach; while an ironing board should be stowed by a power point. Ample storage, bench space for laundry baskets and practical lighting are also essential. Browse the photos on Houzz for efficient laundry ideas, from layouts and storage to appliances, and strike up a conversation with the designers of your favourite laundry renovations. For more laundry ideas, browse the Stories section on Houzz.

How do I add storage to my laundry?

A combination of storage solutions is key to running an efficient laundry. Include shelves above or beside the washing machine to store washing detergent, softener and other cleaning products; and laundry bins for dirty clothes. Consider a custom-built cupboard for an ironing board, so it can easily fold out when you need it, or mount the ironing board directly to the wall or on the back of a door. A retractable clothesline is a handy addition to dry delicate clothes, while a clothes hanger mounted to the wall is ideal for hanging freshly pressed shirts.

What else can I use my laundry for?

Multipurpose laundry rooms or utility rooms can help save valuable space in your home. The laundry sink can be used to bathe your furry friends; your laundry cupboard can store sports equipment, gardening tools and umbrellas; and a spare nook can be filled with a desk and chair to create an office space while you wait for your load to finish. If your laundry is at the front of the house, consider using it as a drop station for mail, mobile phones and keys. Include a bench seat or stool, wall-mounted hooks for bags and a coat stand and it can even be used as a place to get the kids organised before you walk out the front door.

How can I decorate my laundry?

Laundries are usually filled to the brim with appliances and storage, so take advantage of your walls when decorating and use cheery paint colours or wallpaper to make doing the chores more pleasant! Fun signs, posters, murals and wall decals will also add character to the space. Think of your storage as decor, too – look for bins and baskets with decorative touches, and use brightly-coloured or patterned hangers.